Business Development Office
About Office of the Vice President for External Affairs
The Office of the Vice President for External Affairs (OVPEA) serves as the University’s strategic gateway for building meaningful partnerships, expanding institutional visibility, and strengthening relationships with stakeholders beyond the campus. It leads initiatives that connect the University with industry, government, non-government organizations, international institutions, and community partners to advance the University’s mission and long-term development.
The Office develops and manages strategic collaborations, partnership agreements, corporate engagement, resource generation initiatives, and community outreach programs that create opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and the institution as a whole. It also promotes the University’s reputation by fostering sustainable networks that support academic excellence, innovation, research, workforce development, and social responsibility.
Vision
To be the University’s strategic catalyst for sustainable growth by fostering strategic collaboration, expanding educational opportunities, and delivering transformative solutions that empower people, strengthen institutions, and advance industries.
Mission
The Business Development Office advances the University’s mission by cultivating strategic collaboration, developing innovative educational and business solutions, and creating opportunities for individuals, institutions, industries, and communities through transformative, inclusive, and sustainable initiatives.
Our Pillars
To fulfill its mandate of extending the University’s reach and amplifying its impact, the office organizes its initiatives around four foundational Strategic Pillars.
Empowering individuals through lifelong learning, professional advancement, and workforce readiness.
This pillar develops innovative learning opportunities that respond to the evolving needs of learners, professionals, and industry. It promotes lifelong learning by offering flexible, competency-based, and industry-responsive education that enhances knowledge, professional competencies, leadership, and employability.
Programs under this pillar support career progression, upskilling, reskilling, and continuing education while reinforcing the University’s commitment to transformative and inclusive learning.
Key Programs
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Professional Certificate Programs
- Industry-responsive Programs
- Executive and Professional Education
- Microcredentials and Digital Credentials
- Lifelong Learning Initiatives
Providing innovative education, consulting, and workforce solutions that create value for organizations and society.
This pillar delivers customized learning, consultancy, and organizational development services that address the evolving needs of industry, government, healthcare institutions, and other organizations. It bridges academia and industry by translating the University’s expertise into practical solutions that enhance organizational capability, workforce performance, and innovation.
Through collaborative engagement, the Office supports organizations in developing future-ready professionals while creating mutually beneficial partnerships that contribute to economic and social development.
Key Programs
- Corporate Training and Development
- Workforce Development
- Consultancy Services
- Leadership and Management Development
- Organizational Development
- Industry-Academe Partnerships
- Customized Learning Solutions
Expanding PWU’s educational footprint through strategic partnerships and academic network development.
This pillar focuses on developing and managing a sustainable network of educational partners that extends the University’s reach while maintaining its standards of academic excellence. It supports the establishment of franchise schools, learning centers, academic affiliates, and collaborative educational ventures that increase access to quality education locally and internationally.
The Office works closely with partner institutions to ensure quality implementation, provide academic and operational support, strengthen governance, and promote continuous improvement across the educational network.
Key Programs
- Community Franchise Schools and Learning Centers
- Academic Affiliates and Educational Networks
- Educational Venture Development
Strengthening the University’s programs and institutional capabilities through innovation and strategic collaboration.
This pillar focuses on enhancing the growth, sustainability, and competitiveness of the University’s existing academic and institutional programs. It supports the development of new initiatives, strengthens academic partnerships, advances internationalization efforts, and promotes collaborative projects that improve educational quality and institutional performance.
Working alongside schools, centers, and administrative offices, the Business Development Office identifies opportunities for program expansion, strategic alliances, grant opportunities, and innovative educational offerings that increase the University’s impact and long-term sustainability.
Key Programs
- Growth and Expansion of Existing Academic Programs
- New Program and Service Development
- Internationalization Initiatives
- Grants and Strategic Projects
Interested in becoming a Partner? We’d love to hear from you!
For inquiries, please email us at [email protected] and [email protected],
or visit the Philippine Women’s University at 1743 Taft Ave., Malate, Manila.
You may also look for Dr. Mark Harvey B. Adamson for further assistance.
Contact Information
- Official Address: 1743 Taft Avenue, Malate, 1004 Manila, Philippines
- Official Email: [email protected]
- Official Contact Number: +63 (2) 8526 8421 local 228